People
Who they are
The Kokoda are an Indigenous people living in the riverine and coastal areas of West Papua, on the island of New Guinea. With a strong attachment to their linguistic and communal identity, they live in villages connected by forests and waterways, preserving ancient traditions amid the challenges of integration with the rest of the country.
Where they live
1
Country
6K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Indonesia Partially reached
|
100%
|
5.800 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Kokoda
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)65%
Evangelicals5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento espiritual das comunidades cristãs locais e pelo discipulado bíblico.
Pelo acesso a porções bíblicas e materiais de ensino na língua kokoda.
Por melhorias no acesso à saúde e à educação básica nas aldeias mais isoladas.
Pelo surgimento de líderes locais comprometidos com o testemunho de Cristo entre os seus parentes.
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